The material presented
here is not Al-Anon Conference Approved Literature. It is a method
to exchange
information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal
level.
In today's reading from courage to change, the topic is having a backup plan when making plans with someone who is unreliable. I like the reading, and I usually like most of them. I think there's something to be learned from them, no matter how many times I've already read them
I especially like the focus on putting time and energy into things that the author can control. The alcoholics drinking is not something that the author can control, but having a backup plan is something within the author's control. I also appreciated the reminder that I don't have to be miserable just because my loved one is making the choices that they are making.
I hope everyone has a lovely day
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Skorpi
If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace, you are living in the present. - Lao Tzu
THANK YOU Skorpi for doing a daily!! Wonderful to see, and I'd love to share on this. I also read 11/4, and recalled when I reached the point of not putting all my eggs in one basket. For many years, I depended on others to get me through my day. And what a disaster that was. As I began recovery, and learned about putting the focus on myself, I learned that I can be my own best friend. If others join me, that's great. But I started not only having a plan B, but plan A was often just me. I have friends and family I love spending time with, but I have reached a point of being content alone (me and my dog). My spouse is in early recovery, and life is still quite a challenge. But I am grateful for the tools of this program, and all the people that help me along my journey. :)
